Spin Master Radio-Controlled Toy Airplanes Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us Recalled for Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-08-22). Hazards: burn. About 7,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06241 |
| Published | 2006-08-22 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-12 |
| Product category | Radio-Controlled Airplanes |
| Products | Air Hogs RC Skywinder Radio-Controlled Airplane |
| Firms | Spin Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,500 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Toys R Us from April 2006 through June 2006 for about $40. |
Description
The recalled radio-controlled toy airplane is lightweight, made of silver or black Styrofoam, and measures 19 inches from wingtip to wingtip. "Air Hogs Skywinder" is printed on the plane's wings. "©2003 Spin Master Ltd" is printed on the right propeller mount. The airplane comes with a controller unit and a charger. Rechargeable batteries are preinstalled in the plane's fuselage. A date code beginning with 06XXXXHM is located under the plane's propeller, on the outside of the controller unit and inside the controller's battery compartment, and on the charger unit's stand.
Hazard
The rechargeable battery pack inside the toy airplane can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled toy airplanes and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
Spin Master has received 15 reports of the toy airplane's rechargeable battery pack overheating, including two reports of minor skin burns.
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